What are the definitions for “discharge” and “layoff?
An individual has been laid off due to a lack of work when there is no work available for the individual to perform. An individual is discharged when the employer releases an individual for cause, for any reason other than a failure to pass probation, to tardiness to any violation of company policy. A discharge usually results in the separating employee being replaced by a new employee. Only discharges for reasons of misconduct are disqualifying under Nevada Unemployment Law.
